Íñigo Dávalos facts for kids
Íñigo Dávalos (also known as Enyego d'Àvalos or Innico d'Avalos) was an important general from Castile (a region in what is now Spain). He worked for the Crown of Aragon, which was a powerful kingdom in Spain, and helped them in Italy. He passed away in 1484.
Early Life and Military Career
Íñigo Dávalos came from a well-known family. His grandfather, Ruy López Dávalos, was a "constable" of Castile. A constable was a very high-ranking military leader, like a top general, who also helped keep law and order.
Íñigo traveled to Italy in 1442 with Alfonso V of Aragon, who was the King of Aragon and also the King of Naples. Íñigo took part in a big naval battle (a battle fought at sea with ships) called the Battle of Ponza in 1435.
After the Aragonese kingdom took control of the Kingdom of Naples in Italy, Íñigo was given an important title. In 1452, he became the Count of Monteodorisio, which meant he was in charge of that area.
Family and Legacy
In 1452, Íñigo Dávalos married Antonella d'Aquino. She was the heiress to a large area called the marquisate of Pescara. This meant that Pescara became part of the Dávalos family's lands.
Íñigo died in Naples in 1484. His son, Alphonso, inherited his lands and titles. Íñigo's grandsons, Alfonso and Fernando, and his great-grandson, Francesco Ferdinando d'Avalos, also became famous generals. They fought for Spain in the Italian Wars, which were a series of conflicts in Italy.
A Possible Author
Some people believe that Íñigo Dávalos might have written a famous old story called Curial e Güelfa. This story is a romance, which means it's a tale of adventure and love.
See also
In Spanish: Íñigo Dávalos para niños
